Uranium mining ads airing in Southside Virginia
Television ads about the potential benefits of uranium mining started airing Monday in Southside Virginia, paid for by five energy companies and one company wanting to mine uranium in Pittsylvania County.
Dan River Region leaders cautious on green plan
Danville and Pittsylvania County officials are cautious about whether they will participate locally in the governor’s plan to convert the state’s vehicles to alternative fuels.
'American Pickers' stops in Pittsylvania County
Henry Burnett loves collecting old items and bartering. “I’ve collected since I was old enough to drive,” Burnett said during an interview Thursday evening at his property off Beverly Heights Road in Chatham.
Bolling to make 'mega' visit to Pittsylvania...
Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling, along with key local, regional and state officials, will be in Pittsylvania County today to participate in a Mega Park Summit, according to Danville-Pittsylvania Regional Industrial Facility Authority.
Danville pogram offers mental counseling to those...
People in economically challenged Danville and Pittsylvania County are stressed out.
Pittsylvania County budget hearing set Monday
The Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing Monday night on the proposed $206.5 million 2011-12 budget.
Growth of soccer in Pittsylvania County showcased...
Chatham's 3-0 victory in their Dogwood District girls soccer contest against Dan River, which preceded the boys’ 1-0 victory, showcased the growth of soccer talent in the Pittsylvania County schools. The development of the public school programs has come a long way since Dan River first started its program 10 ...
Leaders hear update on Berry Hill mega park
Danville City Council and the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors heard updates on the Berry Hill Road industrial mega park, Cane Creek Centre and Cyber Park during a joint meeting Tuesday.
Supervisors to hold work session on budget...
The Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors will meet Thursday evening in Chatham.
Governing bodies to hold meeting
Danville City Council and the Pittsylvania County Board of Supervisors will hold a joint meeting next week.
German POW traveling exhibit coming to...
The Friends of the Pittsylvania County Public Library is sponsoring a visit by a traveling exhibit about German POWs held in the United States during World War II.
Strong storms pound Dan River Region
A tree fell and crashed into a Danville home and heavy winds partially tore the roof off a single-wide trailer in Pittsylvania County after storms swept through the area Wednesday evening.
Danville area unemployment up in January
While Danville and Pittsylvania County unemployment increased slightly from December to January, local unemployment rates are still better than last year.
2 Pittsylvania Co. men make top 3 in SML BFL...
Boater Chris Baldwin of Lexington, N.C., caught a five-bass limit weighing 18 pounds, 9 ounces March 12 to win $5,466 in the BFL Piedmont Division tournament on Smith Mountain Lake
VDOT local office gets new management team
The Virginia Department of Transportation’s Halifax residency, which oversees Pittsylvania and Halifax counties, has a new management team.
Cody White becomes third person to be sentenced...
Seated in the witness stand of the Pittsylvania County Circuit courtroom, Cody White began his testimony strong.
Uranium mining foes use scare tactics,...
For three years now, I have closely followed the proposed development of the Coles Hill uranium deposit in Pittsylvania County and would like to share some of the observations I have made.
Winds cause power outages in Dan River Region
After a soaking overnight rain, high winds Friday downed trees throughout Danville and Pittsylvania County leading to roadblocks and scattered power outages.
Danville, Pittsylvania County police undergo...
It’s time for Danville and Pittsylvania County law enforcement agencies to renew accreditation.
Ys working to cut utility expenses in Danville
Danville’s two Ys — the Danville Family YMCA and the YWCA of Danville/Pittsylvania County — both have huge power bills that are a large part of their operating expenses, and each organization is working at ways to cut those costs.
Sluggish economy blamed for dwindling fire, EMS...
Emergency calls are rising in Pittsylvania County while fire and rescue agencies face the compounding problem of declining membership, firefighting officers say.
Altavista teen dies in Pittsylvania County crash
A 17-year-old Altavista teen died in a single-car wreck in Pittsylvania County on Saturday at 11:15 p.m.
Officials investigate stabbing at Pittsylvania...
Federal and local authorities are investigating an apparent stabbing at a Pittsylvania County Social Security Office.
Danville area unemployment drops as labor force...
Unemployment rates in Danville and Pittsylvania County dropped from November to December, but that doesn’t mean people found jobs.
Pittsylvania County man charged with DUI after...
A Pittsylvania County man was charged with driving under the influence after a three-vehicle rear-end chain collision at Central Boulevard and Holt Garrison Parkway on Tuesday night, Danville Police said.

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